Triathlon Coaching

Category Archives for Main

Barefoot Running: Should You Do It?

Over the last few years the barefoot running trend has grown in popularitity. Part of this growth is largely due to the release of Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall. So, does this new trend have any validity? Will runnning without shoes make you a better or more efficient runner? Are the new Vibram shoes […]

Cycling Camps: What Should I Look For?

Cycling camps can range from day camps to month long adventures. The structure of the camp can be very lose to a very regimented daily schedule. As an Orange County cyclists, we are privileged to have so many great roads to ride on. However, sometimes it’s nice to treat yourself to a camp with supported […]

Runners: Plyometric Training Can Improve Your Speed

A study conducted by the University of Sydney, Australia confirms what many distance running coaches already knew; A little plyometric work will improve your 3k and 5k running times. Subjects in this study showed a 3% improvement. The study examines the benefits of a progressive plyometric program over a six week period. All participants were […]

Running Trails in Yorba Linda

If you are a runner or walker, hopefully you have taken advantage of the miles of trails Yorba Linda has to offer. Your options are almost limitless as you navigate through the nicely groomed horse trails of Yorba Linda. You can run a flat route, a moderately hilly route, or a very hilly route. For […]

Cycling in Wet Conditions

I don’t know if was coincidence, but while on my run yesterday I witnessed three bike crashes/falls as a result of the rain…well, not entirely the rain. It was rain and carelessness. I thought I would take a few seconds to remind you of a few ways you can be safe out on the roads. […]

Sometimes You Have to Change Your Game Plan

This weekend I completed a half Ironman in the hottest weather conditions I have ever raced in. By the time I finished the race the temperature was 103 degrees. This was a great reminder that your race day plan of attack needs to change if you are competing in severe heat. I knew it would […]

Ironman Arizona Training Program: Your Official Guide Peak Performance

Arizona is course that is ideal for your first Ironman or those looking to post an Ironman PR. You have two options when it comes to a personally designed training plan for Ironman Arizona. The option you choose will depend on the level of interaction you are looking for: Online Personal Coaching or a Custom Training Plan […]

The Marathon Does Not Complete You

It’s not uncommon to hear runners ask, “What is your marathon time?”……”Oh, you haven’t done a marathon yet? You can work up to it eventually,” might be the typical reply. For some strange reason the marathon is viewed as the standard for running achievement. While the marathon is a great challenge, why do some feel […]

Orange County Runners, Want to Take Your Running to the Next Level With Running Skills Sessions

Become a faster, stronger, and more efficient runner today!!!!!! If you are serious about your running and are looking for the best way to enhance your current program, then these skills sessions are a must for you. These sessions will include drills to enhance leg turnover, improve form and increase running specific strength running specific […]

How to Get Faster Every Season

If you’re like most triathletes and runners you probably have your races scheduled out months and even a year in advance. Ideally, you have a few races that are your main focus – let’s call these “priority races”. In an effort to build up to these priority races you most likely have a few “training […]

Want a Faster Bike Split? Try This Interval Workout

You have logged in all of your base miles and at this point in your training your bike workouts should begin taking on a new dimension . It’s time to start adding more intensity. When adding intensity to your rides it’s not uncommon to try and push the pace for the entire ride. While this does […]

Does Long Distance Running Destroy Your Body?

Very infoirmative research article on the effects of distance running on the joints. “long-distance running does not increase the risk of osteoarthritis of the knees and hips for healthy people who have no other counterindicationsfor this kind of physical activity. Long-distance running might even have a protective effect against joint degeneration.” http://www.jaoa.org/cgi/content/full/106/6/342

« Previous 1 … 6 7 8